Course Descriptions

OESM 153 - Accident Investigation Techniques

• Prerequisite: OESM 101 and OESM 102

Professional and scientific approach to accident investigation, including accident causation, discovering hazardous conditions and practices, and establishing relevant facts.

3 hrs. lect. per week

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of OESM 153, the student will be able to:

• Describe benefits of an effective accident investigation
• Discuss steps necessary for an effective accident investigation
• Appropriately conduct an accident investigation
• Analyze root causes for a given occupational incident
• Collect evidence necessary for an effective investigation
• Explain effective methods for a witness interview
• Appropriately conduct an interview of witnesses
• Demonstrate the use of various investigative tools
• Recommend hazard control measures to prevent future incidents
• Prepare a written accident investigation report
• Conduct an oral presentation on a given topic